What are some home remedies for hair loss?

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Hair loss can be remedied at home through natural means: hair oil massage using appropriate, natural oils such as coconut, almond or castor; applying onion or garlic juice on the scalp; and applying aloe vera gel, and consuming the juice daily. Other home remedies include consumption of a balanced diet that is rich in vitamins and essential minerals such as sulfur, potassium, iron, biotin and zinc, according to WebMD.

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A balanced diet is an important source of nutrients and minerals necessary for growth of healthy hair. Antioxidants, fatty acids, iron, zinc, biotin, potassium and vitamins are central to healthy hair, and they are obtained by simply consuming a diet rich in vegetables and fruits, according to WebMD. Massaging hair with natural oils such as castor, olive, amla, almond, coconut, emu, argan, wheat germ and rosemary help to condition the scalp, nourish the hair follicles and strengthen the hair roots.

Other home hair loss remedies include treating the hair with natural juices and pastes of aloe vera, garlic, primrose, Indian gooseberry, licorice root, onions, fenugreek, beetroot, Chinese hibiscus, coconut milk and flaxseed. These vegetables and fruits contain antioxidants, minerals and other nutrients that nourish and strengthen the hair, effectively treating the loss, according to Dr. Weil.